Algiers

1938 PG-13 1h 36m

6.3 / 10 46

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6.3/10

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Pepe Le Moko is a notorious thief, who escaped from France. Since his escape, Moko has become a resident and leader of the immense Casbah of Algiers. French officials arrive insisting on Pepe's capture are met with unfazed local detectives, led by Inspector Slimane, who are biding their time. Meanwhile, Pepe meets the beautiful Gaby, which arouses the jealousy of Ines.

Director John Cromwell

Writers

John Howard Lawson Detective Ashelbe James M. Cain

Stars

Charles Boyer Hedy Lamarr Sigrid Gurie

Chef Inspector Louvain

Drama Mystery Romance Crime

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Geronimo1967 20 Jun 2022

6/10

This is quite an enjoyable pairing of Charles Boyer ("Pepe") and Hedy Lamarr ("Gaby"). Filmed on location for some of it, Boyer is a jewel thief who arrived in Algeria a few years earlier and governs the Casbah area of the city much like a Mafia Don. The French authorities are determined to bring him to justice and "Slimane" (Joseph Calleia) is just biding his time. He's given quite a helping hand...